2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 301 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Durango | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 52 L |
